Job Title: Complex Care Assistant
Salary: From £15.50, increased rates of pay for nights, weekends and bank holiday
Location: Wiltshire (available to travel)
Please note: We do not offer Certificate of Sponsorship for these roles.
About Retain Healthcare
We are a leading provider of high-quality home care services, dedicated to supporting individuals to live independently and safely within their own homes. Built on a foundation of family values, we have been providing exceptional care for over 30 years. Our commitment to continuous improvement is reflected in our core values:
- Retaining Quality: Delivering exceptional care that consistently meets the highest standards.
- Retaining Independence: Empowering individuals to maintain their independence and dignity.
- Retaining Staff: Investing in our dedicated team through ongoing training and support.
- Retaining Skills: Continuously developing and enhancing our care expertise.
We are looking for a dedicated Healthcare Assistant to provide complex care to a client in Wiltshire. The position requires 12-hour shifts, including a rotation of days and waking nights. A full UK driving licence is essential.
The Main Duties And Responsibilities
- Remaining awake and alert for the entirety of the shift.
- Completing regular checks for health and welfare.
- Supporting the customer with their personal care needs.
- Supporting the customer to meet their outcomes.
- Administering medication.
- Use of moving and assisting equipment such as ceiling track hoists, electric wheelchairs, floor lifts, toto’s etc.
- Encouraging independence where possible.
Knowledge of spinal injury, autonomic dysreflexia, diabetes, stoma care and catheter care is desirable but if not, we can provide full training.
Requirements
- 1 year+ complex care
- PEG feeding and oxygen management (training provided for the right candidate)
- GCSE maths and English or Equivalent
- Must hold a FULL UK driving license
- Comfortable with cats
- Comfortable around smoke
Benefits
- Competitive rates of pay
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Pension scheme
- Weekly Pay
- 28 days Annual Leave
- FREE uniform
- PAID training
- Blue light and Lifestyle discount cards
- Recommend a friend bonus of up to £250 per introduction
- Staff events and company rewards
Ready to Make a Difference? Apply Today!
Alternatively, you can submit your CV outlining your relevant experience to recruitment@retainhealthcare.co.uk
Retain Healthcare Ltd and Retain Skills (South West) Ltd are an equal opportunities employer, offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and DBS Check.
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